Where to Live Between Selling and Buying

Moving from one home to another can be an incredibly exciting experience, but it can also be challenging and stressful during the process. This is especially relevant when selling your current home and buying a new one all at the same time.

One of the most difficult challenges is finding a place to live during the transitional period. In this article, we discuss some of the options to consider, and how self storage can help you during this time.

Renting a temporary home

Renting a temporary home is a popular choice for homeowners looking to sell their homes and buy a new one. This option allows buyers and sellers to have a place to live while in between homes. However, this can soon become costly, and finding a suitable rental can be time-consuming, especially if you’re looking for a temporary home in a short time frame.

While it allows you to have your own place to live for the time being, having to move your belongings twice can also be a struggle – consider this option carefully, but if you utilise self storage for the things you know you won’t use for the time being, you can move efficiently without the additional stress of having to move twice. It also provides a safe and secure place to store your items while renting temporarily.

Staying with friends or family

If you have friends or family who live nearby, staying with them for a short period can be a cost-effective option if they have the space to accommodate you comfortably. It can be a lovely opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones but it’s crucial to make sure that your stay won’t be a burden on your hosts, and you may need to consider adjusting to their schedules and routines to keep the peace.

Renting a self storage unit can help you free up space in your host’s home, by storing items that you don’t need to access during your stay, such as furniture, seasonal clothing and other household items, making the experience more comfortable.

Extended hotel stay

Staying in a hotel for an extended period is another convenient option, as you won’t have to worry about moving your belongings or finding a rental home. However, it can also be expensive, and you may feel cramped and uncomfortable living in a hotel room for an extended period.

Another option similar to a hotel stay is finding accommodation with Airbnb. This can be a more affordable option and a good alternative to signing a rental agreement when people are unsure of how long their stay might be.

When renting a self storage unit, you can store items you won’t need during your hotel stay, which will help declutter your room during the time you spend living there and make the small space feel more homely.

Buying your new home first

In some cases, you might be able to buy your new home before you sell your current property. This can be the perfect solution if you have the financial means to do so. However, it can be risky, as you may end up carrying two mortgages if your current home doesn’t sell quickly.

A self storage unit can help you prepare your new home for move-in while you’re still living in your current home, by storing items you won’t need until after you move.

Help from self storage

There are numerous options to consider when finding a place to live between selling and buying, but self storage can help at every stage of the journey. Get in touch with us today to discover more about our self storage options.